Spring Tuna Melt
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- Makes2 servings
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The classic tuna melt was a great tummy-pleaser when we were kids. Turns out, you're never too grown up to enjoy its simple comfort. We added healthy veggies to boost nutrition.
Ingredients
170-g can tuna
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
generous pinch dried oregano leaves
generous pinch salt
generous pinch ground black pepper
1 cup baby spinach
1/2 red or yellow bell pepper
several thin slices red onion
3/4 cup grated light cheddar, or mozzarella or 2 thin slices cheddar or mozzarella
2 slices whole wheat bread
Instructions
Set oven rack about 6 inches (15 cm) from broiler element. Preheat broiler. Drain tuna and place in a small bowl. Stir in mayonnaise, lemon juice, oregano, salt and black pepper. Coarsely chop spinach. Thinly slice red pepper and onion into long strips. Grate cheese. Place a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet. Place bread on rack. Divide tuna between slices and spread right to edges. Top with spinach, red pepper and onion. Sprinkle with cheese. Broil until cheese melts, 3 to 4 minutes. Excellent with a tall cold glass of skim milk.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 345, Protein 33.9g, Carbohydrates 20.5g, Fat 14.5g, Fibre 3.4g, Sodium 821mg.
